If a pharmacy's original order form for controlled substances was lost or stolen, what must be attached to the second order form?

When a pharmacy loses or has a controlled substances order form stolen, the regulations require that specific information be included when submitting a second order form to maintain proper records and accountability.

Attaching a statement that includes the serial number and date of the original order form is crucial because it helps to identify which specific order form was lost or stolen. This ensures that the new order can be correlated with the original request, assists in tracking and preventing record duplications, and complies with DEA regulations regarding the handling of controlled substances. In essence, this process is designed to protect both the pharmacy and the integrity of the controlled substance distribution system.

The other options do not fulfill the necessary regulatory requirements. A letter of apology may be courteous but does not provide the needed documentation. A copy of the lost order form cannot be provided since it is lost, and simply documenting previous purchases does not fulfill the specific requirement to account for the original order. Each of these alternatives lacks the critical information necessary for effective tracking and compliance.